The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has issued a seven-day strike notice to the Mombasa County government, warning that health services could grind to a halt if longstanding labour grievances are not resolved. Union’s Accusations In a strongly-worded letter dated Tuesday, February 24, 2026, KMPDU Secretary General…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has dispatched a team of health practitioners to investigate the death of an expectant mother during delivery at St. Elizabeth Mukumu Mission Hospital in Kakamega County. Investigation Team Speaking in Nairobi on Monday, Duale said the team will include members from the Kenya Medical Practitioners…
Kenya will begin the national rollout of Lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention injection, on Thursday, February 26, 2026, as part of efforts to cut new infections to zero by 2030. Eligibility and Precautions Health experts have clarified that not everyone at risk of contracting HIV will qualify for the jab.…
Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Ouma Oluga, has challenged health leaders and development partners to move beyond pledges and conferences, insisting that only concrete action will reduce the country’s persistently high maternal death rates. Call for Practical Steps Speaking on Monday, February 23, 2026, during the inauguration of the…
The Ministry of Health (MoH) has unveiled the National Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) Steering Committee, a major initiative aimed at reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths across Kenya. Commitment to Safe Motherhood Speaking during the launch in Nairobi on Monday, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale emphasized…
The General Teaching and Referral Hospital (CGTRH) in Mombasa has suspended its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Iqbal Khandwalla, citing concerns over his conduct and performance while in office. Board Decision In a statement released Sunday by the County Secretary & Head of County Public Service, officials confirmed that the hospital’s…
Kenya has received an initial shipment of 21,000 starter doses of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), marking a significant milestone in the country’s fight against new infections. Landmark Step in HIV Prevention The consignment was received by Director General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth, who described Kenya’s…
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has announced that he will step away from his physical office duties for one month after sustaining an injury during a meeting in Nairobi. Incident and Medical Assessment According to a statement released on February 18, 2026, Kang’ata tripped while attending a Nutrition International meeting in…
Valentine’s Day 2026 is here, and for many, the sea of red roses and “perfect” social media posts can feel like a spotlight on what is missing. If you are navigating the aftermath of a failed relationship, the psychological weight can be heavy. However, the end of a romance isn’t…
Mandera, Kenya – For nearly a year, repeated misdiagnoses left 60-year-old Harada Hussein Abdirahman fighting for her life as Kenya grapples with its worst outbreak of kala-azar, also known as visceral leishmaniasis. The disease, spread by sandflies, is one of the most dangerous neglected tropical illnesses, with a fatality rate…